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"Brushstrokes of Eternity" takes readers on a captivating journey through the rich history and culture of Japanese calligraphy. From its ancient roots to contemporary expressions, the book explores the artistic, spiritual, and communicative dimensions of this revered art form. Through vivid storytelling and insightful analysis, readers gain a deep appreciation for the evolution of Japanese calligraphy, the mastery of its techniques, and the profound...
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Collection of 850 precisely drawn calligraphic elements recalls the spirit of 18th-century pen flourishing. Delicate scrolls, swirls, frames, borders, cartouches and other design elements are suitable to any number of commercial and craft uses, and are readily usable and copyright-free. Publisher's Note.
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This attractive collection of royalty-free lettering for commercial artists features 100 complete upper-case stencil alphabets - many with lower-cases, numerals, and punctuation marks. Includes such classics as Ancient, Courtland, and Cleft Gothic; the whimsical Ragtime and Spooks Alive; bold Braggadocio; exotic Limbo, Beijing, and Samoa; the old-fashioned Victorian; and more.
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In Word and Image, Michael Patella explores the principles, intentions, and aims of The Saint John's Bible - the first handwritten and hand-illuminated Bible commissioned by a Benedictine abbey since the invention of the printing press. Patella focuses not on how it was made but on how it can be read, viewed, and interpreted in a way that respects biblical inspiration and Christian tradition in our postmodern context. It is a book that is sure to...
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"This book is for anyone who's felt the pressure of perfection. As a schoolgirl in Vietnam and later in lettering classes, Huyen Dinh was always told to perfect her penmanship. Instead, she started embracing her own imperfect style--with squiggly lines, cheeky messages, and candy colors. In this upbeat guidebook, Dinh walks you through the basic rules of lettering so she can teach you how to break them in clever and creative ways. She shares challenges...
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Shodo, or Japanese brush calligraphy, is a traditional art that is much-loved in Japan. In Shodo, respected Japanese master calligrapher Shozo Sato teaches this art form through the power and wisdom of Zen poetry. Designed for all learners, from beginner to advanced, Shodo will inspire all with the intersection of Japanese aesthetics and Zen Buddhist thought found within its pages. Shodo is practiced regularly by all students of Zen Buddhism in Japan,...
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"Blending the aspirational and the instructional, By Hand brings the beauty of lettering beyond the page, through 30 distinct projects, from watercolor place cards to cozy pillows. Relatable lessons introduce readers to the essentials of lettering, including tools (brush pens, brushes, and paint pens), essential lessons, and developing a personal style, with the warm and welcoming approach of popular Instagram letterer Nicole Miyuki Santo. Encouraging...
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Your hand lettering contains a little bit of you! It expresses what you have to say, and demonstrates your creativity in all your communications. In Hand Lettering A to Z, artist and author Abbey Sy has invited four international artists--Meg Hyland, Joao Neves, Tessa Go, and Lisa Lorek--to join her in designing all new alphabets for you to draw and use in many different languages. You don't have to be a trained artist to master the art of hand...
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With more than 50 tips, techniques, and lessons for creating beautiful illuminated letters and sophisticated lettering projects, The Joy of Lettering takes hand lettering to a whole new level.
Gabri Joy Kirkendall (Creative Lettering & Beyond) and Jaclyn Escalera guide readers through a dynamic exploration of the craft, focusing on typography and illuminated letters and numbers using pencil, ink, and marker in a variety of styles and themes. From...
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Voluminous, diversified collection of ornamental two-, three-, and four-letter combinations - all in a rich variety of styles. Arranged alphabetically in columns, each series is grouped under an appropriate head. Crowns, coronets, and many ancient and modern alphabets are displayed, making this comprehensive sourcebook of permission-free designs indispensable. 130 black-and-white plates.
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Discover everything you need to know about historic flourished hands and how to create elegant, modern artwork inspired by traditional calligraphy techniques in this follow-up to the first and best-selling lettering book in Walter Foster's Creative…and Beyond series.
Beginning with an introduction to pointed pen and how to get started with this timeless tool, you'll find a brief overview of the recommended tools and materials, as well as how to...
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In a time where most of our writing is done through computer font, artistic letter design allows us to be unique and express our own personal preferences & creativity. In this book, the author reveals the art of letter design and how you can master this to express yourself.
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-Materials Needed Such as Pens, Nibs, Ink, Paper, & More!
-Preparation
-Curves and Strokes
-Different Styles
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Featuring a lavish selection of ornaments - decorated with flowers, mythological creatures, and other fanciful touches - this treasury of royalty-free art also includes striking designs incorporating classical columns, a rich selection of heraldic designs, and a variety of charming calligraphic alphabets. A priceless resource for artists and designers.
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I love the way you ink! For illustrator Ayano Usamura, her first time drawing in fountain pen was a revelation. The easy flow of ink spurred her creativity and gave character to every line. Even the simplest letters and doodles came to life! Now, with her trusty LAMY Safari in hand, Usamura shares the joy of fountain pens. You'll learn to: ·choose the perfect pen (and take good care of it) ·simply sketch adorable foods, clothing, plants, and...
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The Complete Book of Calligraphy & Lettering provides expert instruction on the intricacies of traditional lettering techniques, as well as an introduction to contemporary hand-lettering formats. From selecting the appropriate tools, such as pens, nibs, brushes, inks, and papers, to learning optimal hand positioning and understanding the intricacies of lettering angles, heights, spacing, and strokes, The Complete Book of Calligraphy & Lettering will...
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Celtic artist reveals her secrets to making unique and detailed Celtic designs
Are you a knotwork enthusiast that wants to create stellar Celtic designs?
Are you a student of Celtic art that wants to delve deeper into its secrets?
Are you simply a beginner trying to get to the next level of Celtic art?
If your answer is yes, then this book is for you. The projects inside this book will strengthen your skills and make you ready to take on complex...
60) Zen Brushpoems
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This book of Zen poetry and art blends simple, haiku-like poetry with bold minimalist ink brush drawings. Zen Brushpoems connects the creative insights of Haiku-like poetry with the dynamic interplay of the written word and painted image. This subtle and profound medium of poetic expression has been inspired by the revolutionary work of artist Paul Reps. Each of the 100 brushpoems in this Zen art book is a statement, a declaration, an answer, and...